On a Side Note: Holding Tanks
Although none of the test tanks or the test boat’s holding tank accumulated solids sufficient to restrict pump-out, we observed significant differences. While vent...
Ziggy the Iguana Puts Odor Control to the Test
For a real-world test, we created a series of small but real-world holding tanks containing real sanitary waste. The sanitary waste was supplied by...
Real-world Advice from Holding Tank Makers
Before beginning a series of tests, we always involve the manufacturers. They have a wealth of information they are happy to share, in the...
Marine Holding Tanks Go Head-to-Head
In our 2002 test of four popular holding tanks, the unit from SeaLand floated to the top of the group to earn a Best...
Deck Washdown Pumps for Boats
0)]GrocoConstructed of bronze and stainless steel, the Groco C-60 is a vane pump with an advanced timer/pressure switch that shuts off the pump if...
Installing Washdown Pumps
A typical pressurized system install will include the following:1. 12-volt DC washdown pump (marine grade with pressure switch)2. Hose (garden hose will work OK...
Marine Systems Standouts
Practical Sailor spent much of the last 12 months testing marine-systems products—flushing toilets loaded with faux poo and cycling bilge pumps till they would...
Vacuum-flush Toilets for Sailboats Reduce Water Use Onboard
In addition to preventing back siphoning, this bleed hole relieves the pressure in the line so that the lid may be opened again after...
Install a Water Saver: A Galley Foot Pump
Im very lackadaisical at home about water consumption, as Im sure most people are. Ive gotten into the habit of letting the water run...
Solar-powered Bilge Pumps Bail Out Small Boats
SeaJouleBased in New York, SeaJoule Marine Inc. manufactures two solar bilge pumps, one with a fixed solar panel and one with a remote panel;...
How to Have Happy Boat Kids from Marisa Evans on Women...
Women who sail is a great topic and raising kids on a sailboat can be a lot of fun too. From life jackets to...
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